On Sunday, the Warriors advanced to the Western Conference semifinals with a resounding victory over the Kings in Game 7. Thanks to Stephen Curry’s jaw-dropping performance. Steph Curry made history in the win by scoring 50 points, surpassing his former teammate Kevin Durant’s record for the most points in an NBA Game 7.
Following Steph Curry’s impressive feat, Kevin Durant congratulated his former teammate on becoming the new record-holder with a four-word message sent on Twitter. Kevin Durant wrote “Legendary 30. 50 pieces.”
Back in 2021, Durant held the previous record for the most points scored in a Game 7. Kevin Durant scored 48 points in the Nets’ loss against the Bucks in the Eastern Conference semifinals. However, Durant’s record stood for only a couple of seasons before Stephen Curry broke it on Sunday. Curry’s performance helped the Warriors to a crucial Game 7 victory.
Curry’s outstanding performance saw him convert 20-of-38 field goal attempts. Curry shot 7-of-18 three-pointers. He also contributed six assists and eight rebounds, while registering a +25 plus-minus across 38 minutes.
Steph Curry Surpasses NBA Legends
On top of surpassing Durant’s record with his impressive 50-point showing against the Kings. Steph Curry made history once again by becoming the all-time leader in Game 7 three-pointers. With a total of 25 three-pointers made in Game 7s over his career. Steph Curry overtook the previous record-holder, Ray Allen, according to Basketball Reference. This is yet another remarkable achievement in Curry’s illustrious career, which has already seen him break numerous records and earn multiple accolades.
With the crucial win against the Kings, Steph Curry and the Warriors will now turn their attention to the second round of the playoffs. The Golden State Warriors will face LeBron James and the Lakers. This highly anticipated matchup is sure to be an intense battle.
With two of the NBA’s biggest superstars going head-to-head. Steph Curry will undoubtedly be looking to build on his outstanding performance in Game 7 and lead his team to victory over the Lakers. Stephen Curry aims to secure his place in NBA history as one of the all-time greats.
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